Steven Jay Griffel

Novelist & Literary Industry Veteran; Amazon Bestselling Author of "Forty Years Later"; Publisher at SJG

Queens, NY, USA
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Author, Bestselling Authors, Fiction Authors, Storytelling
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Steven Jay Griffel Biography

Steven Jay Griffel is a novelist, editor, publisher, and public speaker with a career spanning decades in the literary industry. Griffel holds a Bachelor of Arts in creative writing from Queens College and a Master of Arts in American literature from Fordham University, a dual academic background that informs both his editorial approach and storytelling technique. His work explores the complexities of the Baby Boomer experience, blending suspense, humor, and emotional depth to engage a dedicated readership.

Griffel's debut novel, "Forty Years Later," became an Amazon number one eBook bestseller in two categories, establishing him as an early leader in digital publishing. Recognized as one of the first novelists to embrace and succeed in the eBook format, Griffel launched the David Grossman series with this novel, which follows a man confronting a decades-old regret that threatens his marriage and implicates him in a murder. He continued the series with five additional novels, including "The Deadline," "Grand View," "Grossman's Castle," and "The Ishi Affair," which blends history and fiction around a notable figure in American history. His sixth novel, "Left on Main Street," is a romantic comedy that examines the cultural divide between a New York novelist and a Midwestern town, demonstrating Griffel's range in contemporary fiction.

In addition to his fiction, Griffel has worked as a journalist and cultural commentator, serving as a regular columnist for Stay Thirsty Magazine, a global news and entertainment quarterly. He has collaborated with prominent authors in contemporary literature and launched his own publishing imprint, SJG — A Steven Jay Griffel Book, focused on introducing new literary voices. Griffel is recognized for his editorial and managerial skills, guiding writers and editors through demanding projects.

Griffel's personal journey reflects resilience and adaptability. After losing his job in publishing during the Great Recession, he transitioned to a successful career as a novelist and publisher. As a public speaker, Griffel addresses topics such as Woodstock, the Jewish Catskills, the Digital Revolution, and technology in education, connecting his personal experiences with broader cultural themes for diverse audiences.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/01/2026.

Steven Jay Griffel Speaking Topics

  • Ishi, Last of the Stone Age Yahi

    The story of the American government's genocide of Native American peoples told through a contemporary filter.

  • The Art of the Novel

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The Ishi Affair
The Ishi Affair
Left on Main Street
Left on Main Street
Forty Years Later
Forty Years Later
Secrets of the Four-Chambered Heart
Secrets of the Four-Chambered Heart

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Steven Jay Griffel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Ishi, Last of the Stone Age Yahi, The Art of the Novel, Writing and Publishing in the Digital Age, Woodstock Revisited and The Jewish Catskills. The estimated speaking fee range to book Steven Jay Griffel for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Steven Jay Griffel generally travels from Queens, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Leif Babin, Jocko Willink, Wesley Lowery, Jonathan Evison and Domingo Martinez. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Steven Jay Griffel for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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